Green Car Reports
MARCH 15, 2024
Chinese automaker Nio is partnering with battery supplier CATL for research into longer-life EV batteries, including for use with Nio's battery-swapping service. The two companies "will jointly carry out discussions, make technological breakthroughs and innovation, and promote product applications," according to a Nio press release, with CATL.
Electric Cars Report
MARCH 15, 2024
On its third long-distance road trip over 1,000+ kilometers, the Mercedes-Benz VISION EQXX demonstrated that even the Arabian Desert is no obstacle to energy efficiency. On a challenging route profile encompassing busy city streets and open desert, the pioneering test vehicle delivered electric power consumption of 7.4 kWh/100km (8.4 mi/kWh). This equates to an equivalent of […] The post Mercedes-Benz VISION EQXX delivers groundbreaking energy efficiency on electric journey from Riyadh to
Electrek
MARCH 15, 2024
Tesla is in search of a new senior manager who will focus on eliminating the need for the automaker’s service. They will be in charge of a new program called ‘Zero Service’.
Green Car Reports
MARCH 15, 2024
Magnets could help clean up brake dust. Honda and Nissan ally for EVs. Nio and CATL go in on battery swapping together. And which is the greenest Volvo EX30? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. In a lifetime carbon analysis released Thursday, Volvo reported that the LFP version not offered in the U.S. is the greener pick of the EX30 lineup.
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Electrek
MARCH 15, 2024
India is finally opening its doors to Tesla, and other EV automakers, with a new program to wave the country’s high import duties for electric vehicles. But there are conditions.
Green Car Reports
MARCH 15, 2024
Nissan and Honda on Friday disclosed that they’re considering a “strategic partnership in the fields of vehicle electrification and intelligence.” As of yet, the companies have only committed to a feasibility study for the idea, but such a partnership would aim to combine strengths and accelerate carbon-neutrality and safety.
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Electrek
MARCH 15, 2024
It looks like Volkswagen may bring the electric hot hatch to the US after all. Even better, Volkswagen wants to launch the electric ID. GTI with starting prices between $20,000 and $25,000.
Teslarati
MARCH 15, 2024
SpaceX has revealed some new information regarding the third test flight of its massive Starship rocket. The flight, which took place from Starbase, Texas, yesterday morning at 8:25 am CT , capitalized on previous test flights and accomplished a host of new objectives. All 33 Raptor engines lit in a staggered sequence, and once throttled up, the world’s biggest rocket took flight for the third time.
Electrek
MARCH 15, 2024
EV registrations were up 15% in the US in January. Although Ford and GM’s EV registrations slipped, Rivian (RIVN) and Hyundai saw some of the biggest growth.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 15, 2024
Tesla (TSLA) has started offering its commercial customers a two-seat configuration Model Y in France. Besides offering the utility of a medium-sized van with a lot of storage space, this Model Y 2-seater also saves taxes for businesses operating in France. Tesla Model Y was originally introduced as a mid-sized. [continued] The post Tesla Introduces a Two-Seat Model Y in France as a Commercial Utility Vehicle appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
MARCH 15, 2024
Rivian brought its brand new R2 electric SUV to Austin, Texas this week for one of its first public show and tells. I made the trek to the city this morning to check it out and tried to snap a bunch of pictures. Head below to check them out.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 15, 2024
From the “We’ve been telling you this!” department and the “Yes, please!” division, Consumer Reports has a results of a new study out that brings light to the fact that we need a lot more charging stations at retailers across the US. The fact is, there are three core places. [continued] The post Study: We Need Waaaaaaaay More EV Chargers At Retailers appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Cars That Think
MARCH 15, 2024
About a year ago, Zipline introduced Platform 2 , an approach to precision urban drone delivery that combines a large hovering drone with a smaller package-delivery “Droid.” Lowered on a tether from the belly of its parent Zip drone, the Droid contains thrusters and sensors (plus a 2.5- to 3.5-kilogram payload) to reliably navigate itself to a delivery area of just one meter in diameter.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 15, 2024
100% electric ride-share startup Revel recently announced a partnership with rideshare giant (and competitor) Uber to help accelerate EV infrastructure expansion in the United States. While Revel continues to grow its own fleet of EVs for ride-sharing in New York City, the company is also building out a network of. [continued] The post Ride-Share Competitors Revel & Uber Ink Deal for EV Fast Charging Infrastructure Expansion appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Driven EV News
MARCH 15, 2024
New polling shows a clear majority of support for clean cars, which might be the final nail in the coffin for the fossil car lobby's fear campaign against cleaner, more efficient vehicles. The post “Ute tax:” Australians not falling for spin as clear majority want cleaner, cheaper cars appeared first on The Driven.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 15, 2024
Tesla (TSLA) held the launch of the top-end “Performance” variant of the new Model 3 Highland globally when it introduced it last year. Still, to date, only the base RWD and Long Range AWD versions are available for sale. However, some evidence has surfaced online that shows that the Model. [continued] The post Tesla Model 3 “Ludicrous” Discovered In Code & Specs appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electric Cars Report
MARCH 15, 2024
Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda have signed a memorandum of understanding under which they will begin a feasibility study of a strategic partnership in the fields of vehicle electrification and intelligence. To further accelerate efforts toward carbon neutrality and zero traffic-accident fatalities, it will be essential to strengthen environmental and electrification technologies as well as […] The post Honda and Nissan partner on electric vehicles and intelligent technology appeared
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 15, 2024
AAA reports more people fear riding in an autonomous car this year than last year. Clearly the robotaxi idea has a bit of work to do yet. The post AAA Report Says Americans Don’t Trust Autonomous Cars As Waymo Offers Free Rides In LA appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
MARCH 15, 2024
It’s official. Nissan and Honda are forming a new EV partnership after falling behind leaders like Tesla and China’s BYD. Will working together help turn things around?
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 15, 2024
The US green hydrogen industry gets a leg up from rare bipartisan legislation aimed at cutting costs and increasing production. The post US Green Hydrogen Industry Kicks Into High Gear, Politics Or Not appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
MARCH 15, 2024
bp’s EV charging brand, bp pulse, will electrify one of Europe’s largest and busiest truck stops to power up electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs).
The Truth About Cars
MARCH 15, 2024
While car crime has been up generally in recent years, some North American cities have seen staggering increases in automotive theft. Toronto estimates that it has endured a nearly 150-percent in automotive crime over the past six years and local authorities are rolling out a new tactic to cope with the situation — police have advised the public to just let thieves take their vehicle.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 15, 2024
Volkswagen Group is moving forward with its plans for less expensive electric cars like the ID.1 and Skoda Epiq. The post Volkswagen & Skoda Are Moving Forward With Plans For Less Expensive Electric Cars appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electric Cars Report
MARCH 15, 2024
The Volvo EX30 possesses the smallest carbon footprint of any fully electric Volvo car to date. That’s according to the life cycle assessment (LCA) of the Volvo EX30, which concludes that it has a total carbon footprint of 23 tonnes per 200,000 km – approximately 60 per cent less than the XC40 ICE (petrol). The carbon footprint report […] The post Volvo EX30 has lowest carbon footprint of any fully electric Volvo car to date appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 15, 2024
This little EV claims it has more space inside than a Lamborghini, as well as "more electric range than a Ferrari," which, while technically true, is very funny comparison for a £6,000 electric microcar. The post The Dogood ZERO: An Electric Microcar For Urban Living appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Green Car Reports
MARCH 15, 2024
Up to 80% of brake-dust particles have an electric charge, which could serve as a means of controlling brake dust and improving air quality, according to a new study from the University of California, Irvine (via Green Car Congress). The study, which was funded by fees paid by Volkswagen as part of its 2016 diesel-emissions cheating settlement.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 15, 2024
How sturdy and durable and apocalypse-proof is the Tesla Cybertruck, actually? How does it hold up to a true vandal, not just Franz von Holzhausen on a Tesla stage? Is the Cybertruck glass really so strong, or just a marketing ploy? The following article is a repost of two pieces. [continued] The post Tesla Cybertruck Takes On Bat & Man Jumping On Windshield (Videos) appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Teslarati
MARCH 15, 2024
Nissan and Honda have launched a partnership to develop electric vehicle projects. This ideal partnership is between two brands that are fighting to make Japanese companies relevant in an ever-growing slice of the greater automotive sector. Nissan and Honda executives officially launched the partnership on Friday, stating that they had reached an agreement on a non-binding partnership that will establish electric vehicle and automotive intelligence projects.
Innovation News Network
MARCH 15, 2024
Learn more about the recent advancements in hydrogen fuel cells and their implications for the future of transport. The post Advancements in hydrogen fuel cells will revolutionise sustainable transport appeared first on Innovation News Network.
Electrek
MARCH 15, 2024
BMW is teasing the new Vision Neue Klasse X electric SUV ahead of its official debut next week. Is this the electric BMW SUV we’ve been waiting for?
Teslarati
MARCH 15, 2024
Grünheide Mayor Arne Christiani has written a letter outlining an updated proposal for Tesla Giga Berlin’s planned expansion. The new proposal would involve Tesla cutting significantly fewer trees than initially intended, among other things. The proposal comes after the residents of Grünheide voted to deny Tesla’s request to clear out another 100 hectares of monoculture forest from the area.
Innovation News Network
MARCH 15, 2024
SNAP, the Government’s AI fraud detection tool has been upgraded with thousands of new sanctions and debarment records. Read more here. The post Criminals beware: UK Government upgrades AI fraud detection tool appeared first on Innovation News Network.
Cars That Think
MARCH 15, 2024
Your weekly selection of awesome robot videos Video Friday is your weekly selection of awesome robotics videos, collected by your friends at IEEE Spectrum robotics. We also post a weekly calendar of upcoming robotics events for the next few months. Please send us your events for inclusion. HRI 2024 : 11–15 March 2024, BOULDER, COLO. Eurobot Open 2024 : 8–11 May 2024, LA ROCHE-SUR-YON, FRANCE ICRA 2024 : 13–17 May 2024, YOKOHAMA, JAPAN Enjoy today’s videos!
The Truth About Cars
MARCH 15, 2024
Most people in the U.S. are distrustful of autonomous vehicles. That’s the message from AAA’s latest study , which found that a surprising number of people express fear, and many are uncertain about autonomous technology. AAA found that 66 percent of drivers are afraid of autonomous vehicles, and 25 percent are uncertain about having them on the roads.
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